Speakers Profile - Lee Watson (nee Furlong)










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Lee Watson (n�e Furlong) is one of Australia�s most talented, popular and sought after sports journalists and television presenters.
Lee studied a Bachelor of Communications in Journalism at Wollongong University and whilst studying started her career at Network Ten presenting a nutrition and fitness segment for Seriously AFL. The role saw her working with consultants from the Sydney Swans and taking viewers behind the scenes to show what it takes to be a professional AFL player. Lee also hosted the Sexiest Man in League segment on Sports Tonight.

In 2005, Lee was nominated by The Daily Telegraph as �Television Newcomer of the year� for her TV talents and appeared in the newspaper each Friday to provide her football tips with other celebrities for the NRL.
Since joining Fox Sports in 2006 as a presenter on Fox Sports News, Lee has since hosted Football and Cricket Superstar on Fox 8 and also covered Fox Sports international tennis coverage.
A proud mum and devoted wife, Lee is passionate about women�s health and wellbeing, sports and traveling.

Lee is a Foundation Friend and advocate of the McGrath Foundation and the wonderful work they do in breast cancer support and education. Lee has also been an ambassador for Champion, Body Science, Bonds and also a Cricket Australia �Females in Cricket� ambassador to promote the game to women.

As a Brand Ambassador/ Spokesperson, Television Presenter and Radio Host, Lee brings an abundance of experience, warmth and personality to the role.
Genuine, natural, popular and admired, Lee�s model good looks and experience in the entertainment industry makes Lee an ideal brand ambassador who is able to influence the Australian public through loyalty, trust and intelligence.